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xbpod
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Hi

Newbie to this forum, ordered my new Red Apple R1200R today after a test ride. Looking to pick her up in the next couple of weeks, it will be a big change from my Buell XB12Scg.

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Pics or it didn't happen! :D Welcome!
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another victim

welcome to the rehab :)
Most motorcycle problems are caused by the nut that connects handlebars to the saddle.
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nylife wrote:another victim

welcome to the rehab :)
You mean we're here to get over it ?
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shhhh dont scare the new guy :lol:
Most motorcycle problems are caused by the nut that connects handlebars to the saddle.
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Bike collected yesterday and a fun filled 60 mile first ride in heavy showers. First service booked in just over a week, then the real enjoyment can begin. :D
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we are still waiting for those pictures :)
Most motorcycle problems are caused by the nut that connects handlebars to the saddle.
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Welcome Newbie !

You are eligible for this now....

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Has anyone spoken to you about the Farkle Virus yet ?
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ka5ysy wrote:Welcome Newbie !

You are eligible for this now....

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Has anyone spoken to you about the Farkle Virus yet ?
We were waiting for him to get settled in before we had *that* adult conversation!
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Any word on your new baby yet ?


We cannot wait to help you spend money on her :lol:
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ka5ysy wrote:Any word on your new baby yet ?


We cannot wait to help you spend money on her :lol:
You are just evil! :lol: =D>
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ka5ysy wrote:Any word on your new baby yet ?


We cannot wait to help you spend money on her :lol:

[-X you are a naughty man :lol:

First service carried out last Monday so I can begin to play with the revs :D
Money spent so far, Akrapovic can, smoked sport screen, system panniers, tank bag, small softbag 2, rear luggage rack.
First decent ride organised for Sept through France and Switzerland to enjoy some spirited days in the Alps.

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Are you based in the uk? Which dealer have you used?
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xbpod wrote:


First service carried out last Monday so I can begin to play with the revs :D
Money spent so far, Akrapovic can, smoked sport screen, system panniers, tank bag, small softbag 2, rear luggage rack.
First decent ride organised for Sept through France and Switzerland to enjoy some spirited days in the Alps.

Pete.

You are doing well managing your "Farkle Virus" ! We need some photos please !


xbpod wrote: [-X you are a naughty man :lol:
angellr wrote:
You are just evil! :lol: =D>

I am a lawyer... What do you expect ? Trust me.... :lol:
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Pete,

enjoy the new bike.
Its a fantastic machine.

I envy you getting over to France/Alps this year. That will prove a fantastic playground for the new girl in your life!!
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zei220 wrote:Are you based in the uk? Which dealer have you used?
Regards
Yep, based in Brackley.
I took a test ride from Wollaston in Northampton but ended up buying from North Oxford, as I got a better deal, and Wollaston did not bother getting back to me with a price on my part ex.

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xbpod wrote:
zei220 wrote:Are you based in the uk? Which dealer have you used?
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Wollaston in Northampton but ended up buying from North Oxford, as I got a better deal, and Wollaston did not bother getting back to me with a price on my part ex.

Pete.
Interesting. I bought from Woolaston, and to this day, every time I have been back in there just to browse or have a coffee, the salesman that sold me my bike has never even bothered to say hello to me. When I was a Triumph man, every salesman in the store knew me on first name terms, and ALWAYS said hello when I went in.
I think Woolaston, or rather this particular salesman, could learn a lot.

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